Best Modern Drummers

Jimmy had more talent on drums than anyone, and he was only 28. Imagine if he had never passed away.. Jimmy defined Musical Genius. RIP REV

Probably the best metal drummer ever. He could do it all. He was a master at almost all aspects of drumming. He was also a musical genius. He wrote most of Avenged Sevenfold's greatest hits. Jimmy could also laid down some of the fastest beats. Just listen to songs like Unholy Confessions, Chapter Four, Beast and the Harlot, Burn it Down, Almost Easy, A Little Piece of Heaven, and although he didn't actually record Nightmare and Welcome to Family, he wrote those ones.

R.I.P. Jimmy "The Rev" Sullivan
A7X foREVer!

James Owen Sullivan was a legend. I don't think there will ever be another that could ever match his talent and overall speed and accuracy. It's so disappointing that the good have to die so young. He has been my recent inspiration to get behind the kit again. May he always be remembered in the drummer's circle.

May A7X go on to make great music, with or without James. They will last foREVer.

Travis is way better than Greiner. Travis has way more passion in what he does. Not only was he in plus 44 and now back in blink 182. But he has done covers and played for other bands when they wanted a sick drummer to play in their song. Rappers, punk bands, metal bands and a bunch more of genres have used travis barker before. I'd say that's a pretty good drummer

This guy should be #1... The speed and timing of the drums to the music is superb. Travis Barker really puts some extra topping to the blink 182 songs. He is not only a good replacement for scott raynor but he surpasses scott's talent and took blink to a totally new level!

Travis plays some great beats! Unlike a lot of drummers his beats are very unpredictable! His influence makes the songs fresh and fun to listen to! One of the best drummers around!

Second? He should be first. He's crazy, unique, AMAZING.

I suppose the Rev is a decent #1, don't get me wrong he is in my top three for modern drummers, which half of this list certainly is not. But Travis Barker 1% behind him for number two? In this information age we have access to any music at any time. Please, somebody justify Travis Barker's place on this list, let alone his #2 spot. No, I'm not inferring he's unqualified for the modern portion like the great Chad Smith (RHCP was 80's), but that he is unqualified for the great portion, and hardly qualified for the drummer portion. It pains me to see a talented and musical drummer like Jordison so far behind this generation's closest thing to Lars Ulrich. Okay, he's not that bad, but he certainly makes more of a diva of himself.

when it comes to drumming, his name always strike 1st... joey rules! jimmy's good too

This guy can go amazingly fast on the double bass and the toms... What more can you ask for?

One of the most versatile drummers ever to have walked the earth. He's usually involved in a lot of side projects like the rock supergroup 'Chickenfoot'. Definitely deserves to be on the list

Chad has appeared on 52 albums to date need I say more?

One of the best of this generation alongside Dave Grohl, Taylor Hawkins and Phil Selway. Just listen to his skills on Purple Stain (amazing outro), By The Way, Brendan's Death song and pretty much all of Stadium Arcadium album. Absolute beast.

Chad's Drumming brings the RHCP's together. He is surely one of the best ever. Of course this is a subjective matter, but Chad has my vote with no reservations.

For somebody who didn't take any lessons and literally got kicked out of music stores for playing too long as a kid, it's amazing to see the dedication and passion for what he does. Of course, he's not flawless. Some say that what he does is mediocre, but I think that he successfully handles half of his band and would continueously do so. His energy is contagious, and for a guy who hide from the mic, he's extremely confident behind his drums. Very innovative and willing to try new things, and is improving so much. And don't forget how many he's inspired. He's in a suitable position on this list, I think.

For someone who had started out from nothing along with his band mate Josh Dun has done so good with creating these amazing drum beats and finding his own style is which he plays

Josh works his hardest on stage, and in some parts of the shows the crowd is carrying him on a wooden platform that holds him playing the drums

Honestly, I think he should be higher

We'll Mike is officially the best drummer in the world... So...

Mike is the best drummer I ever know

Very clean sound, perfect rithm and genial patterns and fills. The best ever.

Seeing Josh Dun above the greates metal drummer ever is ridiculous.

Shannon Leto leaves no one indifferent and calm.
Concerts "30 seconds to Mars" largely depends on the excellent rhythm section! Shannon works flawlessly. He watches Jared carefully, understanding his every move!
Jared quietly talks to the crowd, warming up and motivating, and Shannon is a clockwork! This causes true admiration, indicates a high level of professionalism. The show of these guys is always different and does not look like each other.

This man is my favorite drummer. He is so incredible and it is so emotional. He has boundless energy and he is a beast!

LISTEN TO 'DO OR DIE' YOU'LL COME TO KNOW YOURSELF

Because he's AMAZING! *_* GOD OF DRUMS!

Between 2002 and 2005, he set 5 World's Fastest Drummer records. And speed isn't the only quality of his drumming - he plays some of the most complex material. So sad he's lower than some jokes. - Metal_Treasure

World's fastest drummer, world record holder. Not the best but just as good as everyone else on the list

One of the best can't wait to see him join the stage with mike portnoy

Danny is the best. Period. But really, how come Mike Portnoy isn't higher on the list?

How come Carey isn't #1? Especially for his unrivaled composure. His use of polyrhythms and tabla incorporation within Tool definitely make him deserving of the number one spot for modern drummer (if not best of all time) for rock music. His precision is unmatched. HE IS THE GOD OF PERCUSSION! YOU PEOPLE DON'T KNOW TALENT!

Danny should be #1, his time signatures are unconventional

No question, he is the absolute genius modern drummer!

Wait, seriously? This guy is the heart beat of Linkin Park. Rob provides Linkin Park with great drum beats and has really worked hard, becoming a successful drummer. He should be higher on the list.

Awesome drummer, he deserves to be higher on the list. With great hard work, he is one of the most successful drummers now..

He is the hero of the album "The Hunting Party"!

He should be at least in the top 20s! He is a great drummer..

Drummer for Muse, and brings the power to muse! Bringing, drum beats that go incredibly well with what the band is looking for; it makes up a good portion of the band. If you are doubting me, then take a listen to songs such as "Resistance", "Assassin", "Exo-Politics", "Apocalypse Please", and "Stockholm Syndrome", and that's just the start! It's pretty awesome how they incorporate such a strong beat in their music.

Even if you're not a huge Muse fan, do yourself a favour and pick up a copy of their dvd, live from Wemberley Stadium. If you can even copy that, (let alone dream it up in the first place), you are doing extremely well! Easily #1 modern era drummer in my book!

Laugh out loud Travis barker 'better' than Dominic? More popular maybe, but any true music lover would see dom is head over heels better than barker, the only one I would consider in his league is the rev himself.

He should be number 1

Great as an singer guitarist and drummer! Complete musician!

Best drummer of all time in my opinion with Dave Grohl at his side nothing can stop him. Just love the Foo Fighters. Can't forget that Hawkins also has a killer rock voice.

The best modern drummer...with Grohl, is the heart of Foo Fighters

Best of the best of the modern drummers... also his singing while playing is flawless

This dudes a freak. Easily top 5

The drummer from System Of A Down who won DRUM! Magazine's 2006 Drummer of the year. - Prelude

What Lars disgraceful not even should be mentioned. Great band. Best modern drummers LOL

The drummer and one of the founding members of Children Of Bodom. Listen to Silent Night Bodom Night, Are You Dead Yet and Trashed, Lost And Strungout to find out more. - Prelude

He is acclaimed for his creativity in drum arrangements, including usage of odd devices for percussion effects and his trademark lengthy double-kick drum rhythms. He is best known for his works with the bands Dethklok, Testament and most recently Fear Factory. - Prelude